Clinician / Counsellor - Mental health Professional - Federal Government Department
$65.00 - $73.85 an hour + Super
Government Department role, long term contract
Open to Psychologists, Provisional Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Counsellors
ACM Healthcare is working on behalf of a Federal Government Department to source an experienced Mental Health Professional for a Clinician role, providing Counselling services to veterans. This is initially a 12 month contract at an APS6 level. Full time, 37.5 hours a week position, however part time applicants would be considered.
Duties
* Deliver high-quality clinical services such as risk assessment, case management, evidence-based counselling (individual, couple, and family), and referral coordination.
* Review client progress, adjust care plans as needed, and extend episodes of care where appropriate.
* Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including assessments, care plans, and session notes.
* Participate in clinical supervision and ongoing professional development to maintain registration and best practice.
* Work collaboratively with colleagues and senior staff to review and manage complex cases.
* Liaise with family members, treatment providers, and other stakeholders to coordinate care and support.
* Contribute to group programs, psychoeducation, community engagement, and service promotion activities.
* Support quality improvement, evaluation, and research initiatives, providing feedback to enhance clinical practice and procedures.
Mandatory Requirements
* Qualifications as a registered Psychologist / Provisional Psychologist / Mental Health Occupational Therapist / Mental Health Registered Nurse with full AHPRA registration, OR
* Qualification as a Social Worker with membership of the Australian Association Social Workers (AASW) on commencement OR
* A Masters-level counselling qualification and registration with PACFA as a Registered Clinical Counsellor or with ACA at Level 3 or Level 4
* Working with Children (WWC) and/or Vulnerable People Checks/Clearance must be obtained prior to commencement.
* As this role is within a Federal Government department it is a required to be an Australian Citizen at time of commencement
* Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) & the ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance by completing a Pre-commencement Security Check (PCSC).
Contact
Catherine to discuss this role further or inquire about our other positions available
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